Ep 6. The House

In The Dead Zone season 1 episode 6, titled "The House," Johnny Smith (played by Anthony Michael Hall) returns to his hometown of Cleaves Mills to investigate a strange phenomenon. He discovers that a house in the community is haunted by the spirit of a young girl who died there years ago. As Johnny delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers disturbing secrets about the past and present of the house's inhabitants.

The episode begins with a group of teenagers exploring the abandoned house. They dare each other to enter the attic, where they hear strange noises and see inexplicable things. One girl, Lisa (played by Jessica Steen), becomes especially spooked and runs out of the house, only to be hit by a car on the road. Johnny, who has been having visions of Lisa's accident, rushes to the hospital to see if he can help.

While at the hospital, Johnny meets Sheriff Walt Bannerman (played by Chris Bruno), an old friend from his high school days. Walt tells Johnny about the haunted house and asks for his help in investigating it. Johnny initially hesitates, but is drawn in by the mystery and decides to take on the case.

As Johnny investigates the house, he begins to experience strange visions and encounters the ghost of the young girl who died there. She leads him to a hidden room in the attic, where he discovers evidence of a terrible crime committed by the house's former owner. Through further investigation, Johnny learns that the current owner of the house, a wealthy businessman named Roger Bennet (played by Richard Blackburn), has been using it as a hideaway to escape his troubled marriage.

Johnny's investigation takes a darker turn as he uncovers a web of deceit and corruption involving the town's mayor and other prominent citizens. As he gets closer to the truth, he becomes the target of those who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets safe.

"The House" is a gripping and atmospheric episode that explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the supernatural. Anthony Michael Hall delivers a nuanced and compelling performance as Johnny, whose psychic abilities give him a unique perspective on the mysteries of Cleaves Mills. The episode also features strong supporting performances from the rest of the cast, particularly Chris Bruno as the tough yet compassionate Sheriff Bannerman. Overall, "The House" is a standout episode in the first season of The Dead Zone, offering a chilling and thought-provoking tale that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.